Game review: Puzzle Bobble Galaxy (DS)

ANOTHER cracking example of how great games come from the simplest of ideas, the Puzzle Bobble franchise is still bubbling, with this latest Galaxy offering bringing more colour-matching fun and frolics to the DS.

ANOTHER cracking example of how great games come from the simplest of ideas, the Puzzle Bobble franchise is still bubbling, with this latest Galaxy offering bringing more colour-matching fun and frolics to the DS.

Taking a lead from the classic arcade action, this version packs in more modes, wireless battles, mini-games and a host of other features that move the series on yet still retain the charm of those cheeky little dinosaurs with their bubble machines.

Multiplayer modes via Wi-Fi are where the competition really cranks up, while new time-challenges and pressure mode - where you have one bubble to clear the stage - bring a refreshing range of new experiences to the game.

It may be 20 years since Puzzle Bobble first appeared, but there's no doubt it's still going strong.